If I’m Not Elect, How Am I Guilty for Not Believing?
May 30, 2024
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Exploring theological concepts of election and predestination, discussing the implications of God's sovereignty over salvation and the responsibility of individuals to believe despite not being chosen. Distinguishing between moral and physical inability in belief and emphasizing the importance of faith regardless of doubts about one's election status.
Belief requires individual responsibility despite potential moral inability due to corrupt desires.
Non-election cannot excuse unbelief; personal response to the gospel message is critical for belief in Christ.
Deep dives
Responsible for Unbelief
The podcast explores the concept of responsibility in belief and unbelief, especially in relation to God's electing plan. It discusses the distinction between moral and physical inability, highlighting that individuals may have moral inability due to their corrupt desires, yet remain responsible for their actions. It emphasizes that God's sovereign grace is the key factor in overcoming this moral bondage, enabling individuals to believe in Christ.
Excuse of Non-election
The podcast challenges the notion of using non-election as an excuse for unbelief. It presents a scenario where a person claims non-election as the reason for unbelief, but the response redirects the focus on the individual's responsibility to believe in Jesus. It emphasizes that being elect is not known until one believes in Jesus, and non-election cannot serve as a justification for rejecting Christ. The message underscores the importance of personal response to the gospel message rather than attributing unbelief to non-election.
If God has not chosen to save me, then why would he condemn me for not believing? Pastor John explains the kind of inability that does not remove responsibility.
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